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PASADENA SUN VILLA BY A. QUINCY JONES, FAIA

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Pasadena Sun Villa by A. Quincy Jones, FAIA

268 W KENNETH ROAD, GLENDALE | $1,499,000 | 2 BD | 2 BA

A distinctive opportunity to acquire one of only three “Sun Villa” residences in Glendale designed by A. Quincy Jones, FAIA—an influential figure in California modernism and a pioneer of post-and-beam architecture.? ?Completed circa 1950, this mid-century modern home captures the hallmarks of Jones’s vision: thoughtful proportions, clean lines, and an effortless connection between interior and exterior spaces. Clerestory windows and expansive glass sliders bring natural light into open, airy rooms grounded by original concrete and cork floors.?

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THOUSAND OAKS RICHARD NEUTRA THE McSORLEY HOUSE

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Thousand Oaks Richard Neutra the McSorley House

1248 LA PERESA DR, THOUSAND OAKS | $2,750,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

A masterwork of mid-century modernism, this residence by renowned architect Richard Neutra remains a remarkably intact example of his commitment to form, light, and environment. Neutra—one of the most influential figures of the International Style—was known for his ability to dissolve the barriers between architecture and landscape, and this home is a pristine expression of that philosophy.?

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

PASADENA JOHN L. PUGSLEY EXCEPTIONAL POST & BEAM

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Pasadena John L. Pugsley Exceptional Post & Beam

1256 CLUB HOUSE DRIVE, PASADENA | $3,895,000 | 4BD | 5 BA

Designed by noted architect John L. Pugsley, this exceptional post and beam residence stands as a testament to mid-century architectural design. Privately situated behind the gates of San Rafael’s Brookmere Enclave, the home offers stunning views of Johnston Lake. Pugsley’s signature style is reflected in the home’s open, airy floor plan, soaring vaulted ceilings, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interiors with natural light.

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

SPANISH COLONIAL REVIVAL HOME LOCATED IN PRIME MIRACLE MILE HPOZ

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Spanish Colonial Revival Home Located in Prime Miracle Mile HPOZ

908 S DUNSMUIR AVENUE, LOS ANGELES | $3,300,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA

The Harry and Louise Bartosh Residence circa 1929. Welcome to this exceptional Spanish Colonial Revival home located in prime Miracle Mile HPOZ.This stretch of town represented the glamorous shopping and commercial district that was being built to cater to the automobile. Department stores like Desmond’s would have gorgeous display windows in the front and valet parking in the back…

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

HOLLYWOOD HILLS ICONIC POST AND BEAM BY LAUREN CARIS COHAN AND MRJ STUDIOS

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Hollywood Hills Iconic Post and Beam by Lauren Caris Cohan and MRJ Studios

8945 WONDERLAND PARK AVE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $3,800,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA

An iconic 1955 post-and-beam residence by Lauren Caris Cohan and MRJ Studios, inspired by Joseph Eichler, is now available on the most coveted stretch of Wonderland Park Avenue. Set on a private, flat quarter-acre lot, this 3-bed, 3-bath glass house compound exemplifies California modernism, with walls of glass, bespoke millwork, Italian mohair built-ins, Agape sinks, Murano lighting, and vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni hardware. The separate guest house offers a flexible space for a studio, office, or retreat. Travertine flagstone, an emerald pool, and mature trees evoke the tranquility of Big Sur. Curated vintage furnishings are available for a seamless, turnkey experience. A rare architectural gem.

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

BEL AIR CASE STUDY HOUSE DESIGN #16 BY CRAIG ELLWOOD

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Bel Air Case Study House Design #16 By Craig Ellwood

1811 BEL AIR ROAD, BEL AIR | $5,395,000 | 2 BD | 2 BA

An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a seminal work of California modernism. This residence—design #16 in the Arts & Architecture Case Study House Program is the only remaining Craig Ellwood-designed Case Study House preserved in its original condition.?

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

HOLLYWOOD HILLS THE JACK LUCAS RESIDENCE AKA ‘PYRAMID BUNGALOW’ BY ERIC BLACK

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Hollywood Hills The Jack Lucas Residence AKA ‘Pyramid Bungalow’ by Eric Black

7400 PYRAMID PLACE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $3,297,000 | 2 Bd | 2 BA

It’s not every day we encounter an early example of California Modernism so exquisitely preserved and thoughtfully reimagined. The Jack Lucas Residence (1947), designed by architect Eric Black, is a timeless architectural statement. With floor-to-ceiling glass, corner ribbon windows, rich mahogany walls, and original cork flooring, its enduring appeal is undeniable. Meticulously restored and enhanced by modernist specialist Tony Unruh, AIA, the home now features a sculptural spa deck reminiscent of a ship’s bow, offering equally striking views. Custom Ipe loungers and flourishing fruit gardens envelop the property in natural elegance. Adjacent to a vineyard and just steps from Runyon Canyon, the residence also boasts an impressive editorial pedigree, having graced the pages of Vogue and served as a backdrop for Louis Vuitton and Prada. A home with mid-century soul and contemporary vitality.?

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SANTA MONICA THE STRICK HOUSE OSCAR NIEMEYER

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Santa Monica the Strick House by Oscar Niemeyer

1911 LA MESA DR | SANTA MONICA | $19,995,000 | 5 BD | 6 BA

There’s significant, and then there’s the Strick House. Completed in 1964 by Oscar Niemeyer, his only residential commission in North America, this Modernist estate in Santa Monica’s La Mesa Drive architectural enclave is the very definition of pedigree. Positioned above the Riviera Country Club with 14′ ceilings and walls of glass, this home sits on over half an acre of lush, tropical landscaping. Crown jewel status, confirmed

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Named One of the 7 Best Websites for Modernist Real Estate Worldwide by The Spaces

SAN MARINO THOMPSON MOSELEY HOUSE BY BUFF, STRAUB & HENSMAN

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San Marino Thompson Moseley House by Buff, Straub & Hensman

1030 CANON DRIVE, SAN MARINO | $5,895,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA

Midcentury authority: Buff, Straub & Hensman, 1959. The Thompson Moseley House in San Marino checks every box—classic post-and-beam structure, clerestory windows, floating rooflines, and walls of glass framing the half-acre lot. Inside, Space Int’l’s careful modernization brings in updated systems, while honoring original details like custom millwork, period lighting, and built-in seating. Architecture like this doesn’t come around often—and rarely this intact.?

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